Akbash
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Akbash

The Akbash is a large working breed first used as a livestock guardian in the plains and mountains of Turkey. Sometimes confused with the Great Pyrenees, the Akbash also commands attention with their striking white coat and confident demeanor. Highly formidable, Akbash dogs actively excel as protectors of flocks and herds, fearlessly protecting their charges from…

Statistics
Dog Breed Group
Working Dogs
Height
27 to 34 inches
Weight
75 to 140 pounds
Life Span
10 to 12 years
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